ATI RN
Pediatric Nursing Exam Preparation Questions
Question 1 of 5
In the first 2 months of life, a febrile, previously full-term infant is more likely than an older febrile child is to have
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Group B streptococci are a common cause of sepsis in neonates due to maternal transmission during birth.
Question 2 of 5
In treatment of hypernatremia, the maximum accepted rate of drop of serum sodium per 24 hours?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rapid correction of hypernatremia can cause cerebral edema. The recommended safe correction rate is no more than 12 mmol/L per 24 hours.
Question 3 of 5
In the emergency department, the patient may be discharged to home if there is symptomatic improvement, normal physical findings, PEF >70% of predicted or personal best, and oxygen saturation >92% in room air for 4 hr. Of the following, the MOST likely discharge medication used is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Inhaled beta-agonists for symptom relief and a short course of oral corticosteroids to reduce inflammation are standard discharge medications for asthma exacerbations.
Question 4 of 5
Which is not a common cause of food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rice is not a common cause of food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome, unlike milk, soy, wheat, and eggs.
Question 5 of 5
All the following medical conditions can cause anxiety in a child EXCEPT
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Carbonated beverages are not directly linked to causing anxiety in children, unlike the other options.